6 h. ago Agenda 111 Hospitals: Previous gov’t was disingenuous with figures – Dr Asiedu

A fellow at the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Dr. Kwame Sarpong Asiedu, has raised concerns over inconsistencies in the financial figures surrounding the Agenda 111 hospital project.

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14 h. ago Governor of BoG reaffirms commitment to price stability and economic growth

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiamah, has reiterated the central bank's dedication to its core responsibilities of maintaining price stability, ensuring financial sector resilience, and fostering economic growth.

Economics

22 h. ago ‘I will have to raise prices by 10%’ – toymakers warn of tariff pain

The business of the North American Toy Fair, an annual showcase of the latest in silly putty, monster trucks and board games, is fun. But this year at the convention center in New York City, tariffs were killing the vibe.

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33 h. ago Most concerns from Economic Dialogue would be addressed in the budget – Ato Forson assures

The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has assured Ghanaians that the upcoming 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy will reflect many of the concerns raised by stakeholders during the National Economic Dialogue.

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55 h. ago Castel group to acquire 80.4% stake in Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC

Castel group has agreed to acquire Diageo’s 80.4% stake in Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC at a price of GH¢5.15 per share. The parties signed a share purchase agreement on January 28, 2025. The acquisition of Diageo’s stake is conditioned upon obtaining the approval of the ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA). In a circular from the […]

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61 h. ago NHIA faces financial shortfall and misuse of resources – Ato Forson

The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has raised critical concerns about the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), citing financial shortfalls and the misuse of resources as major challenges hindering its efficiency.

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3 d. ago Crypto prices rally after Trump backs five coins for ‘crypto reserve’

US President Donald Trump has revealed the names of five cryptocurrencies that he says he'd like to be included in a new strategic reserve to make the US "the Crypto Capital of the World".

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3 d. ago Inflation stayed above 20% for 34 consecutive months; it’s very alarming – IFS

“In fact, from February 2004 to December 2021, a period of 215 months, inflation rate stood above the 20% mark for only 6 months – from February to July 2009. This followed the 2008 fiscal slippage in Ghana and the 2007-2008 global financial and food price crises”, it said in a statement.

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3 d. ago Countries set strategy to mobilise $200bn annually for biodiversity conservation by 2030

Countries have reached an agreement on a plan to raise at least $200 billion each year by 2030 to support biodiversity conservation in developing countries.

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4 d. ago What Mahama presented ‘was not the true state of the economy’

Dr. Stephen Amoah, former Deputy Minister of Finance, has raised concerns over the accuracy of President John Dramani Mahama's recent State of the Nation address, delivered on Thursday.

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5 d. ago Global Cocoa Output Climbs as Demand Softens, ICCO Forecasts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/global-cocoa-output-climbs-as-demand-softens-icco-forecasts/The International Cocoa Organization (ICCO) projects a 7.8% rise in global cocoa production for the 2024/25 season, reaching 4.84 million tonnes, despite mounting challenges for farmers and an unexpected dip in demand. Released in its February 2025 quarterly report, the forecast highlights a paradox: while cocoa prices remain high, incentivizing growers to expand output, manufacturers […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/global-cocoa-output-climbs-as-demand-softens-icco-forecasts/

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5 d. ago Trump’s Tariffs Could Push US Inflation Up by 2.1%, Warns deVere Group

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/trumps-tariffs-could-push-us-inflation-up-by-2-1-warns-devere-group/US inflation could surge by as much as 2.1% if President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China take effect, according to a forecast by global financial advisory firm deVere Group. The analysis highlights the potential economic fallout from Trump’s announcement on Thursday, which includes a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/trumps-tariffs-could-push-us-inflation-up-by-2-1-warns-devere-group/

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5 d. ago Ghana Fixed Income Market Sees Mixed Trading Activity as Yields Shift

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-fixed-income-market-sees-mixed-trading-activity-as-yields-shift/The Ghana Fixed Income Market (GFIM) recorded varied trading patterns on February 28, 2025, with total volumes reaching approximately 279.5 million units across government and corporate debt instruments. Treasury bills dominated activity, notably the 364-day bill GOG-BL-06/10/25-A6610-1923-0, which saw a staggering 279.46 million units traded at a closing price of GH¢86.42. New government bonds also drew […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-fixed-income-market-sees-mixed-trading-activity-as-yields-shift/

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5 d. ago Ghana’s Auditor General Faces Backlash as Financial Losses Top GH¢10.2 Billion Amid Anti

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-auditor-general-faces-backlash-as-financial-losses-top-gh%c2%a210-2-billion-amid-anti-corruption-reversal/A staggering GH¢10.2 billion in public funds has been lost through financial irregularities since 2019, according to Auditor General reports, reigniting scrutiny over the office’s retreat from aggressive anti-corruption measures once championed by former Auditor General Daniel Yao Domelevo. The revelations have sparked outrage among civil society groups and raised questions about political interference in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-auditor-general-faces-backlash-as-financial-losses-top-gh%c2%a210-2-billion-amid-anti-corruption-reversal/

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5 d. ago Ghana’s Trade Surplus Masks Underlying Deficit as Commodity Prices Fuel Export Boom

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-trade-surplus-masks-underlying-deficit-as-commodity-prices-fuel-export-boom/Ghana’s trade balance surged to a record GHȼ44.7 billion surplus in 2024, a dramatic leap from GHȼ5.3 billion the previous year, according to the latest data from the Ghana Statistical Service. But behind the headline figure lies a stark contradiction: while soaring global prices for gold, cocoa, and oil inflated export values, the country’s real […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-trade-surplus-masks-underlying-deficit-as-commodity-prices-fuel-export-boom/

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5 d. ago Ghana’s debt situation frightening, Foreign Ministry arrears alone is GH₵453m – Ablakwa

inister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has raised serious concerns about Ghana’s escalating debt crisis and its impact on the country's foreign ministry and international obligations.

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5 d. ago Gold Prices Face First Weekly Decline in Two Months as Dollar Strength Bites

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/gold-prices-face-first-weekly-decline-in-two-months-as-dollar-strength-bites/Gold is poised for its first weekly loss since January as investors cash in gains following a historic rally, pressured by a resurgent U.S. dollar and shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy. The precious metal, which hit record highs earlier this month, has retreated nearly 4% this week as robust U.S. economic data dims its […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/gold-prices-face-first-weekly-decline-in-two-months-as-dollar-strength-bites/

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5 d. ago Bagbin says Ghana at its lowest but finds hope in Mahama’s SONA

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has raised concerns over Ghana’s current economic and social struggles, describing the nation as being at its lowest point.

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5 d. ago Preliminary Objective Assessment of the “2024 Election Review Committee’s Report” Commissioned by Ashanti Regional Executive Committee of NPP

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://newsghana.com.gh/preliminary-objective-assessment-of-the-2024-election-review-committees-report-commissioned-by-ashanti-regional-executive-committee-of-npp/After careful study of the Investigative Report by the 2024 Election Review Committee of the Ashanti Region, the following genuine concerns have been raised: 1. The “Political Intentions” behind the research project seem to be 100% bias towards an “agenda” in the interest of a particular group of people within the NPP. 2. The strategy […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://newsghana.com.gh/preliminary-objective-assessment-of-the-2024-election-review-committees-report-commissioned-by-ashanti-regional-executive-committee-of-npp/

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5 d. ago Ghana’s Productivity Boom Fails to Lift Worker Wages, Report Finds

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-productivity-boom-fails-to-lift-worker-wages-report-finds/A new report from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) reveals a stark contradiction in the nation’s economic progress: while productivity has surged in key sectors, wages for many workers remain stubbornly low. Titled The 2024 National Report on Productivity, Employment, and Growth, the study underscores a widening gap between economic efficiency and worker compensation, raising concerns […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-productivity-boom-fails-to-lift-worker-wages-report-finds/

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